Water Conservation Tips

Don't be a Water Waster! Follow these tips and help to save hundreds of gallons of water!

Install a low-flow showerhead, then take only 5-minute showers or 3-inch baths.

Install 1.28 gallon high efficiency toilet, which can save 52 gallons per day.

Catch water in a bucket or watering can while waiting for it to get hot. Then use it on plants, or pour into toilet bowl to flush.

Fix all leaky toilets, faucets, and pipes.

Do not use the toilet to flush trash.

Turn off the water when shaving, brushing teeth, lathering in the shower, washing dishes, or cleaning produce.

Run only full loads in dishwashers and washing machines.

Water your lawn no more than once a week, and operate automatic sprinklers manually. Water outdoors in the early morning or evening.

Use a bucket, sponge, and a hose with a shut-off valve, to wash your car.

Sweep (never hose) your driveway, patio and sidewalk.

Make Every Drop Count

Water Used for Common Activities

Brushing teeth

3 gallons a day

Shower

40 gallons every 10 minutes

Bath

20 gallons

Toilet

28 gallons a day per person

Washing machine

45 gallons per load

Cooking

5 gallons per day

Dishwasher

15 gallons per load

Hosing driveway

150 gallons

Washing car

150 gallons

Not so commonFilling a swimming pool . . . 20,000 - 25,000 gallons

Water Billing

(714) 741-5078

Water Services

(714) 741-5395

7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Mon. - Thurs.

7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Alternating Fridays

* Closed alternating Fridays

* Call Water Services to turn on or off the shut-off valve at the curb.

Mission

The mission of the City of Garden Grove is to provide responsible leadership and quality services as we promote safety, cultural harmony, and life enrichment.

Vision

The vision of Garden Grove is to be a safe, attractive, and economically vibrant city with an informed and involved public. We are a diverse community that promotes our unique attributes and preserves our residential character.